The UK government has announced a consultation for early 2026 that could see the Lifetime ISA replaced, impacting first-time buyers' savings and property purchase limits. Learn what this means for you.
Birmingham City Council launches a public consultation on a Safer Route to School scheme for Chilcote School, including 20mph limits and traffic calming measures. Have your say by January 9.
Birmingham City Council launches consultation on 20mph speed limits and safety measures near Chilcote School in Hall Green. Have your say by 9 January.
Residents have until December 21 to respond to Stockport's controversial Local Plan. The Labour Government's new housing targets and 'grey belt' policy could lead to development on protected green spaces.
The future of Griggs Timber Company, a Gloucester merchant operating since 1917, is in doubt as staff enter consultation. Read the latest on potential job losses.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy launches a decade review of the BBC's funding, considering adverts and subscription tiers. Have your say in the public consultation.
The NHS warns that looking unusually pale, especially with fatigue or bruising, could indicate acute myeloid leukaemia. Health officials urge prompt GP consultation for early diagnosis.
Developer Richborough unveils plans for 650 dwellings and a new country park on land off Whitmore Road. Public consultation open until December 7.
Martin Lewis presses Chancellor Rachel Reeves on Lifetime ISA concerns. Savers worry about the £450k property cap and future changes. Get the latest on the consultation.
Birmingham City Council's new Local Plan proposes 15 Green Belt sites in Sutton Coldfield for housing, with over 8,200 potential homes. Public consultation extended to December 19.
A row erupts in Dudley as a £8,000 consultation for a new Cradley parish council is overwhelmingly rejected by residents. Calls for apologies over 'waste' of taxpayer cash. Full story.
Proposed Labour government restrictions on wood-burning stoves labelled 'absurd' as public divides over clean air versus heating costs. Read the full debate.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces consultation on replacing Lifetime ISA with a simpler product to help Brits buy their first home. Get the latest budget details.
Dudley taxpayers foot an £8,000 bill for a feasibility study, with over 80% of Cradley residents voting against a new parish council. Discover the political fallout.
Birmingham Council launches public consultation for a permanent cycle route from the city centre to the A457 Dudley Road, aiming to create a safer, city-wide network and reduce car dependence.
Plans to merge Balsall and Berkswell Parish Councils are progressing to a second consultation. Despite 80% of respondents backing the move, concerns remain over low public engagement and the proposed number of councillors.
Birmingham City Council launches public consultation for a permanent cycle route from the city centre to A457 Dudley Road. Have your say on the updated designs.
National Grid invites Ogmore Valley communities to share views on connecting a new 25MW wind farm to South Wales' electricity network. Have your say until January 5, 2026.
Unilever confirms plans to cut around 50 roles at its Port Sunlight factory in Wirral to 'maximise efficiencies'. Read the full story on the proposed redundancies.
Water Orton Primary School, relocated for HS2, plans to reduce admissions as families leave the area. Public consultation begins on cutting yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils.
Walsall Council's draft local plan proposes building over 2,300 homes on green belt land. Have your say before the consultation closes on 19 December 2025.
Millions of motorists could be hit with daily fees up to £59 as multiple councils roll out Clean Air Zones targeting older vehicles in city centres. Find out if your vehicle is affected.
Exclusive: The new Labour government is reviewing plans to significantly increase the fee motorists pay for driving into Birmingham's Clean Air Zone, potentially raising it from £8 to £10 per day.
Birmingham City Council launches crucial public consultation on new housing strategy affecting thousands of West Midlands residents - share your views now.
Manchester residents and businesses are invited to participate in a crucial consultation on new Supplementary Planning Documents that will shape development across the city.
Time is running out for Birmingham residents and businesses to influence upcoming alcohol licensing decisions that could transform local nightlife and community safety.
Liverpool City Council launches crucial consultation seeking public input on new accessibility standards for housing development. Have your say on creating more inclusive living spaces.
Hundreds of Birmingham residents have voiced strong opinions on the city's Clean Air Zone, with council leaders now considering the future of the divisive environmental initiative.